The PhD program in biochemistry through the School of Molecular Sciences provides students with the training they need to solve biological problems at the molecular scale and to be successful, independent scientists who can contribute to current challenging societal issues. Students earning a doctoral degree in biochemistry are fully trained in all fundamental aspects of the discipline. Most also choose to join transdisciplinary teams that work on larger, mission-based contemporary problems in areas such as: biogeochemistry; energy and sustainability; fundamental chemical biology; materials and nanoscience; medicine and health; structure function and dynamics, Students should visit the prospective student site to learn more about this doctoral program and the graduate research page to learn more about the cutting-edge, transdisciplinary research being conducted in the School of Molecular Sciences. The doctoral program in biochemistry prepares students for professional careers in industry, government and academia.

Career Opportunities

Professionals with training achieved in pursuit of a graduate degree in chemistry or biochemistry have opportunities in five general areas: industry (R&D, quality control); academia (high school and higher education); government (research, policy); non-profit (policy, public education); entrepreneurship (consulting, start-ups).In addition to specialized technical skills, graduates possess high-demand skills like critical thinking, teamwork and collaboration, time management and many others. Some career examples include: chemistry lecturer; drug discovery scientist; government scientist; pharmacology scientist; research and development scientist; research group leader; science consultant; university professor, The American Chemical Society also provides helpful resources and a more exhaustive list of possible careers on their website.